“Chatters’ expertise and enthusiasm brings the subject to life as he explores the history and ecology of these wildlife-rich habitats.” - BBC Wildlife

“An ecological masterpiece, generous in its sympathies, awe-inspiring in its breadth of knowledge, and genuinely enticing in its journey around heathland Britain. This is a book that ought to influence policy. As always in this series, the illustrations and design are top class.” - Peter Marren, British Wildlife

“Offers great coverage of a habitat which is always under pressure ... worth every penny” - Birdwatching magazine

“An ever-timely reminder of why we should treasure and repair the few fragments [of heathland] that survive today.” - Plantlife

“Beautifully designed, uncluttered and attractively laid out, and with many hundreds of colourful images interspersed throughout... eminently readable. Clive writes impeccably in a bright and engaging way, making the subject matter compelling and comprehensible.” - Open Space

“Clive writes impeccably in a bright and engaging way, making the subject matter compelling and comprehensible.” - Open Spaces Society

“Essential reading for anyone who wants to keep up with the conservation debate” - Alex Lockton, BSBI News

“In a brief review it is hard to convey the range and wealth of detail: the only possible remedy is, of course, to obtain and read a copy.” - Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust